Annual events hosted by Ald. Moore

Alderman Moore sponsors a variety recurring events each year. From fun outings for kids to environmental activities to programs bringing city services to Rogers Park, you will find something for everyone.

Happy Earth Day! Meet at 9:00 a.m. for coffee and rolls, then fan out across the neighborhood, picking up trash, cutting down weeds and planting flowers. If you have an area you want to work, that’s great, otherwise, we will assign you to an area in need of attention.

We’ll return to the office at noon for a “Taste of the 49th Ward” with food donated from a vast array of 49th Ward restaurants, guaranteed to satisfy every culinary taste.

Come by yourself or with a group. We’ll supply shovels, rakes, brooms and garbage bags.

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Employers representing a wide variety of companies and organizations will be present, accepting applications and resumes and answering your questions. I will also offer workshops on job preparation and resume writing. Finally, representatives from workforce re-entry programs that offer job-readiness training and assistance for ex-offenders will be present.

Please dress appropriately for a job interview and bring at least 20 copies of your resume.

A list of businesses attending will be added as the date approaches.

This year, the Job Fair took place on Thursday, May 11, 2017.

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When: Twice annually, in the spring/summer and in the fallTime: Weekdays during morning rush hour, some weekends in the morningWhere: Over a dozen locations throughout the 49th Ward

Ald. Joe Moore brings constituent services to the people, visiting transit stops, coffee shops, and community events at over a dozen locations throughout the neighborhood. We launch these tours twice a year, once in the late spring/early summer and once after Labor Day. Come say hi, enjoy a complimentary coffee and donut, let us know about an issue you’d like to see resolved.

This event is cash only, please bring exact change. All animals must be secured, either on a leash or in a carrier. Pets over 4 months of age must have current rabies vaccination & dog license or will be required to purchase them. Open to all Chicago residents.

This year, Pet Day took place on Saturday, August 12, 2017.

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This event often sells out. Please arrive no later than 9:30 a.m. to reserve your pet’s services. Animals will be called on a first come, first served basis beginning at 10:00 a.m. The final pet is typically served around 1:00 p.m. Many times we can only serve a certain number of pets (in 2017, we were able to serve 100 animals).

Date: Each year on the final Sunday in AugustTime: Noon – 4 p.m.Where: Loyola Park, at Farwell and the lake

The 49th Ward Back to School Picnic has been a Rogers Park tradition since 1991. Most recently co-sponsored by Ald. Moore and State Senator Heather Steans, the Picnic reminds kids and parents of the importance of returning to school at this community picnic for people of all ages.

Highlights include a performance by the Jesse White Tumblers, free backpacks of school supplies, food, games, bouncy houses, and senior bingo.

Community organizations, elected officials, and area businesses are encouraged to participate as sponsors. For more information, please contact Wayne Frazier.

The Chicago Department of Public Health visits each ward to offer free flu vaccinations. You do not have to be a resident of the 49th Ward to take advantage of this service. If you have a Medicare card, please bring it.

This year, Flu Shot Day takes place on Saturday, October 7th.

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Under Illinois law, qualified individuals may apply to “expunge” or “seal” certain criminal cases, thereby removing them from their criminal history records. Individuals often pursue expungement or sealing of their records to obtain a job, protect a current job, help them obtain certain licenses or just eliminate the potentially damaging effects of a criminal history record.

At the summit, volunteer attorneys from Cabrini Green Legal Aid assist individuals in filling out applications for petitions for expungement and sealing and address any other legal concerns. The petitions will be filed with the Circuit Court Clerk’s office and submitted to the arresting agencies and prosecutors for review. A Circuit Court judge ultimately determines whether to grant an application.

To expedite the preparation and filing of the petition, individuals should bring to the Summit their “rap sheet,” i.e., criminal history. For Chicago cases, individuals may obtain their rap sheet by requesting a “Right to Access and Review” at the Chicago Police Department Headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan. The Police Department charges $16 for obtaining a rap sheet.

For suburban Cook County cases, individuals should contact the suburban community where the arrest(s) occurred.